defending

defending(
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fehn
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dihng
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. defensor
The referee awarded a penalty against the defending team in the rugby match.El réferi cobró golpe de castigo contra el equipo defensor en el partido de rugby.
a. vigente
The defending national champion, Joe Vega, will fight a local contender tonight at the Grand Casino.El vigente campeón nacional, Joe Vega, peleará contra un aspirante local esta noche en el Gran Casino.
b. actual
After a long match, the defending world champion beat the young Swedish chess master.Tras una larga partida, el actual campeón del mundo derrotó al joven maestro de ajedrez sueco.
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